- Consistently provides proven, formal mentorship
- Leads high complexity assignments
- Regularly leads self and others
- Is viewed as an established SME and/or established as specialist
- Understands the big picture view and how it aligns to overall company strategy
- Responsible for the preparation and completion of tax returns/processes within required deadlines for all US states and Canadian federal and provincial taxes
- Gathers and prepares information required for various components of tax reporting, state and local tax returns for sales/use/property/escheat/miscellaneous taxes
- Drives the preparation and analysis of various tax-related projects, such as process improvements and automation, and ERP system implementation/updates
- Assist with maintenance of Vertex and Diagnostax tax systems
- Performs research and interprets tax laws and/or tax accounting rules and regulations applicable to new businesses, transactions, or new product offerings
- Participates in tax audits, as well as financial statement audits of tax-related items
- Assist with tax compliance testing and reporting
- Perform account reconciliations and tax journal entries
- Responsible for registering the company for all applicable sales/use/property/miscellaneous taxes
- Ensure compliance with state tax laws for sales, personal property, and unclaimed taxes
- Regular and reliable attendance required
- Ability to work onsite in an office environment with limited remote work alternatives, consistent with applicable law
- BS/BA in Accounting, Finance or similar field is required MBA/CPA/CMI is a plus
- 3+ years accounting experience with multi-state sales and property tax filing
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to interface well with internal departments and outside customers
- Detail-oriented, strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated strong project management skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Proficient in key tools such as Excel, Word, SAP, Hyperion, Vertex O Series, Vertex Returns and Diagnostax
- Healthcare Options
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Prescription
- Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k) savings plan with company match
- Flexible based Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program
- Legal Assistance Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Exclusive discounts on cell phones, gyms, and everyday purchases
Sr. Tax Accountant - Omaha, United States - Interpublic Group of Companies, Inc.
Description
POSITION SUMMARY:
Prepares and completes tax returns and reports for state, local, property, sales and other tax liabilities. Responsible for meeting all required deadlines. Maintains current knowledge of all tax laws affecting the company. Reviews proposals for tax implications and recommends actions that meet the business plans while managing the tax liability. Participates in tax audits. Involved with tax implications of mergers and acquisitions or other structuring projects. Provide oversight on unclaimed property reporting and escheatment. Also assist with special projects and unique assignments to ensure deadlines are met.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
BENEFITS OF JOINING IPG:
One of our primary goals is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our compensation plan includes the following benefits, in addition to many others:
IPG is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity inclusion and equity at our company. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, marital status, citizenship, disability, genetic information or veteran status or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state or local law.